US President Donald Trump on Sunday praised Pakistan’s military and political leadership following high-stakes negotiations with Iran in Islamabad, but paired his remarks with a sharp warning to Tehran after the talks failed to resolve the nuclear dispute.
In a detailed post on Truth Social, Trump said the Islamabad discussions had gone “well” overall, noting that both sides made progress on several issues. However, he expressed clear frustration over the lack of agreement on Iran’s nuclear program, which he described as the only issue that truly mattered.
Trump also highlighted Pakistan’s role in facilitating the talks, commending Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for their leadership. He described both as “extraordinary men” and credited Pakistan with helping to prevent a broader regional conflict.
Despite the positive tone toward Islamabad, Trump’s message to Iran was markedly more confrontational. He announced that the United States Navy would begin preparations for a potential naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, adding that US forces could intercept vessels suspected of making payments to Iran for safe passage.
He further warned that any attack by Iran on US forces or commercial shipping would be met with overwhelming military retaliation, signaling a possible escalation in tensions.
The developments came after direct US-Iran negotiations mediated by Pakistan, where senior American officials—including Vice President JD Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff, and adviser Jared Kushner—held face-to-face meetings with Iranian representatives. While both sides acknowledged limited progress, the talks ultimately ended without a comprehensive agreement.
Trump reiterated his longstanding position that Iran would never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons. However, he did not comment on whether the current ceasefire—set to expire on April 22, 2026—would be extended, leaving uncertainty over the next phase of the standoff.
